One of the best things to do in Corolla, NC’s, natural setting and environment is to step out on your own two feet, whether biking or walking. Nature trails and boardwalks lined with sedge grasses, cattails and dotted with trees such as loblolly pines, yaupon, holly and wax myrtles create enchanting spots to explore. Take in the sights of the maritime forests and sound side environments at your own pace. Relax in this bucolic break from the town’s bustling activity during the height of the summer or simply delight in seeing it any time of the year.
Running, Walking & Hiking in Corolla, NC
Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary is one of only a few remaining examples of natural plant and animal assemblages that were once found in abundance on the northern Outer Banks. This 2,600-acre wildlife sanctuary hosts thousands of wintering waterfowl as well as migrating and resident coastal birds, mammals and more than 350 species of plants within numerous habitats that have been described as among the best examples in the state. A 2.5-mile self-guided nature...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in Corolla, NC
This boardwalk cuts through a small portion of swamp forest and brackish marsh. The variety of flora and fauna you’ll see here is astounding. Sweet gum, red maple, black willow, live oak and loblolly pine are intertwined with wild muscadine grapes, Virginia creeper and winged sumac. Shrubs like American holly, wax myrtle, yaupon and bayberry fill in the lowlands, while plants like swamp mallow, morning...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in Corolla, NC
This beautiful boardwalk and trail leads from the road to the sound, traversing through maritime evergreen forest, swamp forest and brackish marsh. Along the 2/3-mile out-and-back route, you’ll see live oaks and loblolly pines, yaupon, holly, bayberry and wax myrtle, plus, closer to the water, sedges, cattails, black needle rush and giant cord grass. You may see signs of animals, like scat or tracks, or...read more
Running, Walking & Hiking in Corolla, NC
Permanent exhibits at this education center focus on conservation, waterfowl and hunting heritage, natural history, local heritage, ecology and fishing. Highlights of the exhibits are an extensive decoy collection and a real-life marsh diorama. The 22,000-square-foot building houses an auditorium with a video program plus an exhibit hall and classrooms. The location of the center is on the sound between Whalehead and Currituck Beach Lighthouse. It...read more
